
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Salishan Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $900 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Salishan area of Tacoma.


AV Lofts

Ellis Apartments

Rainier Gardens Apartments

767 S 40th St

Alder Court Apartments

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Apex
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4319 S Alder

3310 S Sawyer St

Garden Villa Apartments

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Paddington Place

1910 S G St, Unit Studio Apartment Downtown Tacoma

Bay Terrace
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2301 S State St

4312 S Puget Sound Ave

Allenmore Brownstones

9 Clark Pl

iStudios

1953 S I St

The Camden
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McCormick View

Villas at Lawrence

South Warner St

Cedar Place

Yakima Apartments

616 S 34th St

3318 S Chandler St
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3734 S M St

4318 S Puget Sound Ave

2108 S J St
Salishan, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salishan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salishan Studio Apartments | $1,331 | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| Salishan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,558 | $1,295 | $2,039 |
| Salishan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,956 | $1,300 | $2,395 |
| Salishan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,055 | $1,000 | $6,037 |
| Salishan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,031 | $2,850 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Salishan Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA.
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Cheapest Available Salishan Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Salishan area of Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Ellis Apartments priced from $1,240. Cabana Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Salishan apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellis Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,240 |
| Cabana Court | 1 Bedroom - Fully Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| iStudios | NEW Style G | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Alder Court Apartments | Studio Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| VUE25 | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,374 |
| Villas at Lawrence | One Bedroom Economy | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Apex | Mt. Olympus | Studio,1BA | $1,389 |
| South Warner St | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Garden Villa Apartments | One Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,470 |
| Paddington Place | Type G | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salishan, WA
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salishan area is the $1.93 price per square foot 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms Model at Pine Street Townhomes in the in the Madrona neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Salishan apartment is the 3601 S M St Model at 3601 S M St, Unit A starting at $1,720 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the South Tacoma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Salishan apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Street Townhomes | 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms | 4BR,3BA | $1.93 |
| 3601 S M St, Unit A | 3601 S M St | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Junett St Townhouses | 3BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.15 |
| 4319 S Alder | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| Lincoln Heights | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome | 3BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Garden Villa Apartments | One Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Paddington Place | Type G | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Apex | Mt. Olympus | Studio ,1BA | $2.47 |
| Villas at Lawrence | One Bedroom Economy | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Cabana Court | 1 Bedroom - Fully Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salishan Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Salishan?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Salishan is at Ellis Apartments listed at $1,240.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Salishan Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Salishan Apartment is $1,295 at Cabana Court.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Salishan Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Salishan is starting from $1,550 at Lincoln Heights.
What is the most affordable Salishan Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Salishan Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lincoln Heights and starts from $2,100.
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